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OpenSCAD
OpenSCAD provides programmer-focused solid 3D CAD modeling, with manuals, tutorials, community discussions, and design links.
About OpenSCAD
OpenSCAD is software for creating solid 3D CAD objects. Its homepage describes it as "The Programmers Solid 3D CAD Modeller," which indicates that models are defined through code. The homepage lists a user manual and tutorial, a list of books, a cheat sheet of modules and functions, and a library of ready-made building blocks. It also links to a community discussion channel and to user-made designs on Printables, Thingiverse, and Makerworld.
The homepage states that OpenSCAD is free software available for Linux/UNIX, MS Windows, and Mac OS X. It does not state specific limits on modeling capability, so none are listed here.
Key features
- Creates solid 3D CAD objects
- Programmer-oriented modeling approach
- Ready-made library building blocks
- Cheat sheet of modules and functions
- Tutorial for getting started
- Links to designs on Printables, Thingiverse, and Makerworld
Best for: Programmers and designers who want to define solid 3D objects with code.
Good for
- The homepage describes the software as free.
- Available on Linux/UNIX, Windows, and macOS, according to the homepage.
- Includes learning resources such as a tutorial, cheat sheet, and books.
OpenSCAD at a glance
- Website
- openscad.org
- Category
- Design & Creative › 3D, CAD & Motion
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, macOS, Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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OpenSCAD FAQ
Is OpenSCAD free to use?
The homepage describes OpenSCAD as free software. The directory listing does not state a price, so pricing is recorded as unknown.
Which operating systems does OpenSCAD support?
The homepage lists Linux/UNIX, MS Windows, and Mac OS X.
Where can I find existing OpenSCAD designs?
The homepage links to OpenSCAD designs on Printables, Thingiverse, and Makerworld.
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